The 25-year-old Madni Masjid, located in the Hata Municipal Area of Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, is set to be demolished today. A bulldozer has arrived at the site to carry out the demolition, as the mosque is alleged to have been constructed on encroached government land. In anticipation of possible unrest, the administration has deployed a significant number of police personnel at the location.
Investigation and Legal Proceedings
The inquiry into the legitimacy of Madni Masjid began on December 18, 2025. Despite receiving three notices, the representatives of the mosque failed to provide satisfactory responses. Consequently, the authorities have proceeded with their plan to demolish the structure. Initially, the Muslim community had secured a stay order from the High Court, which prevented any action until February 8. However, with the order expiring on February 9, the district administration has arrived at the site with heavy police deployment to execute the demolition.
Complaint by Hindu Leader
The controversy surrounding Madni Masjid began when Hindu leader and complainant Rambachan Singh raised the issue with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. He claimed that the mosque was unlawfully built on government land, including police post land, municipal property, and Nazul land. Following his complaint, the administration initiated an investigation into the matter.
Land Ownership Dispute
The Muslim community, on the other hand, has argued that they legally purchased 32 decimal land before constructing the mosque. They assert that the matter is still under judicial consideration. While the court had temporarily halted the demolition until February 8, the restriction has now been lifted. Consequently, the administration has resumed action, bringing bulldozers and a strong police presence to the site.
As the situation unfolds, tensions remain high in the area, with authorities taking precautionary measures to maintain law and order.